PTA - Flexible Weekday Schedule & Impactful Home Health

The Pennant Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k Plan with company match

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Long-term Service Recognition

Team Member Referral Program (up to $2

Bonus & Productivity Perks

Job summary

Connected Home Health in Portland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Medicare-certified, patient-centered team. You will provide direct PT care under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist, following the physician's plan of care and focusing on relief of pain and restoration of function.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive training/preceptorship program to support professional

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) licensure in Oregon.
• 2+ years of experience in physical therapy.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to work independently.
• Hold a current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy according to directions of physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance.
• Direct and aid patients in active and passive therapeutic exercises, muscle reeducation, gait and functional training, transfer activities and prosthetic training.
• Utilize physical agents, including heat, cold, water, light, electricity, ultrasound and massage.
• Observe and report to the physical therapist and the Organization personnel the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.
• Instruct patients in care and use of wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and prosthetic or orthotic devices.

Skills

Oregon PTA license

Critical thinking

Independent work

BLS certification

Education

Oregon PTA licensure

Job description

Connected Home Health in Portland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Medicare-certified, patient-centered team. You will provide direct PT care under the guidance of a licensed physical therapist, following the physician's plan of care and focusing on relief of pain and restoration of function.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with weekends off, competitive hourly pay, and a comprehensive training/preceptorship program to support professional